1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 233 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Patrol | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2824 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |