1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel 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 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel. 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 1971 Nissan Laurel. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
