1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 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 2001 Skoda Fabia. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
