1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 840 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
