1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 770 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Patrol | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |
