1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1973 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 110 L 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 51 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1973 Skoda 110 L. 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 1973 Skoda 110 L. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1973 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
