1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 918 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
