2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 299 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |