1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 540 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2624 mm |
