1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 23 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 624 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Patrol | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2634 mm |
