1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1879 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Sera | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Sera | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |