1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 27 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 975 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Patrol | 2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2489 mm |