1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2850 mm |
