1993 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS 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 195 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3075 mm |
