1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 970 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
