1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Patrol | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Patrol | Korando |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2490 mm |