1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2748 mm |