2005 Mini One vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 17 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | One | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2980 mm |
