1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 905 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 TVR 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Patrol | 420 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2390 mm |
