2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
