1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Patrol | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
