2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2980 mm |