1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 20 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Patrol | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |
