2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
