1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 655 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Voyager | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2980 mm |
