1986 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Starion | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Starion | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1540 kg |
