1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corona. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |
