1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Fleetwood | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2980 mm |
