1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 895 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
