1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Patrol | Colorado |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3210 mm |