1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 780 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Vento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
