1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 835 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corsica | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
