1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Patrol | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |