1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2980 mm |
