1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 15 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patrol | RVR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1631 mm |
