1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano II | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2980 mm |
