1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 517 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |