1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 139 kg more than 1986 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrol | Touareg |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |