1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
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 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda Activehicle | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Activehicle | Patrol |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2980 mm |