1986 Chrysler Laser vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler Laser and 1986 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 940 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Laser.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chrysler Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Laser | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2980 mm |
