1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Because 1998 Panoz AIV 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 1998 Panoz AIV. 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Patrol | AIV |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |