1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 838 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
Because 1989 TVR 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 TVR 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Patrol | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
