1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 406 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 406. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 835 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 406 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
