2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 755 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
