1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 985 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Celica. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
