1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 580 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
