1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L 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 37 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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 1985 Skoda L. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
