2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |