1987 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 22 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 307. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 307 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
