1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 11 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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 966 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 1997 Plymouth Neon 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. 1997 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Patrol | Neon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
