1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 21 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 633 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | GT-R |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2790 mm |