2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
