1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1986 Nissan Patrol and 1986 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 855 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patrol | Magna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |
