1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol 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 32 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2070 mm |
