2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4757 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2820 mm |
