1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 264 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
