1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 13 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 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 2001 Suzuki Swift. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Swift |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2270 mm |
