1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 28 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, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 930 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Fit. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Patrol | Fit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
