1997 Kia Joice vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 840 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Joice | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Joice | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
