2004 Holden Combo vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 875 kg more than 2004 Holden Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Combo | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Combo | Patrol |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |