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Nissan Patrol Hardtop (K160) 2.8 (K160) (121 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Patrol:
The Nissan Patrol is a series of off-road vehicles and full-size SUVs manufactured by Nissan in Japan since 1951 and sold throughout the world. It is Nissan's longest running series of models.
The Patrol has been available as either a short-wheelbase three-door or a long-wheelbase five-door chassis since 1951. The LWB version has been offered in pickup truck and cab chassis variants. Between 1988 and 1994, Ford Australia marketed the Patrol as the Ford Maverick. In some European countries, such as Spain, the Patrol was marketed by Ebro as the Ebro Patrol. In 1980 in Japan, it was rebadged and alternately sold at Nissan Prince Store locations as the Nissan Safari....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Hardtop (K160) Overview:
Nissan Patrol (Hardtop (K160)). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.8 (K160) (121 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A marginal power increase over the 120 Hp version, offering similar on-road manners and off-road capability. Still a robust petrol option for general use.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption remains high, consistent with the other petrol variant. Not a strong point for this engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Legendary reliability and durability
- • Simple, robust mechanicals
- • Strong towing capacity (especially diesels)
- • Classic utilitarian design
Cons:
- • Poor on-road refinement and comfort
- • High fuel consumption (especially petrols)
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Slow acceleration
- • Basic interior amenities
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Patrol |
| Generation: | Hardtop (K160) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 (K160) (121 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1980 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 121 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | L28 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
| Rear suspension | Dependent suspension of two longitudinal semi-elliptic leaf springs |
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