1989 Honda Integra vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.

Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Integra 1985 Nissan Patrol
Make Honda Nissan
Model Integra Patrol
Year Released 1989 1985
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3246 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2980 mm


 

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