1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 821 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Beretta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
