1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 775 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 930 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
