1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
