2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Patrol. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |
