1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2340 mm |
