1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 17 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 901 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Patrol | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2370 mm |
