1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 760 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2980 mm |
