1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Patrol (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
