1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 847 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
