1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1735 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Charger | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Patrol |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3075 mm |