1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 998 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 309 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
