1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1984 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hummer |
| Model | Patrol | H3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2850 mm |
