2002 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 21 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1981 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
| Model | EB 118 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2980 mm |
