1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 692 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
