1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 881 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Altea. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Patrol | Altea |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |