2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana 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 (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Patrol | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |
