1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 5 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 955 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Patrol | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Cressida |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |