1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 104 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
