2004 Honda City vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda City | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | City | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
