1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |