2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
