2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 592 kg more than 1985 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |
