2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
