1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 799 kg more than 1989 Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
