2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Gallardo | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 513 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2980 mm |
