2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2980 mm |
