1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 914 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
