2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 22 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
