1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 24 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 602 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass.
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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Nissan | Jeep |
Model | Patrol | Compass |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2634 mm |