1992 Eagle Talon vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1992 Eagle Talon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 845 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Talon | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Talon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2980 mm |
