2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 20 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B 10 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |