1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 25 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patrol | M |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2915 mm |
