1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Ram | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Patrol |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |