1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1715 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Carina | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Carina | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3075 mm |
