1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2910 mm |
