2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
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 Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Patriot | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Patriot | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |