1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 623 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |