2008 Acura TL vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |