1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 371 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrol | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
