2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S2000 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |