1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol

To start off, both 1996 Land Rover Range Rover and 1996 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 208 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Land Rover Range Rover 1996 Nissan Patrol
Make Land Rover Nissan
Model Range Rover Patrol
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3946 cc 2825 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1882 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1820 mm


 

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