2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 924 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 61 L |
