1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
