1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 29 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Patrol | M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2900 mm |
