1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 17 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, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 870 kg more than 1997 Rover 200.
Because 1980 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, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Patrol | 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
