2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F 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 178 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2240 mm |
