1991 Nissan Presea vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea 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, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Presea. 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Presea | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Presea | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
