1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 813 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
