1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 646 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |
