1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 14 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 38 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Patrol | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |