2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
