2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 202 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrol | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2400 mm |
