1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 441 kg more than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Terrano | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Terrano | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |