1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |
