2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Dion | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |