2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 489 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
