2004 Lada 2123 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2123 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
