2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 557 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2980 mm |
