1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Italdesign Nazca | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Italdesign | Nissan |
| Model | Nazca | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
