1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 577 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | Armada |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3130 mm |