1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 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 65 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 309 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
