1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 770 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Patrol | 200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
