2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Patrol | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
