1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 845 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2980 mm |
