1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 19 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Highlander |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |