2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2980 mm |
