1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
