1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 675 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Exeo. 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Patrol | Exeo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2642 mm |