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Nissan Patrol IV 3-door (Y60) 4.2 D (Y60GR) (116 Hp)
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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)
IV 3-door (Y60) Overview:
Nissan Patrol (IV 3-door (Y60)). 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.
4.2 D (Y60GR) (116 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 4.2L TD42 diesel is a legendary workhorse, offering immense low-end torque crucial for serious off-roading and heavy towing, though on-road acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate for a large, heavy 4x4 of its era, but not efficient by modern standards. Expect single-digit L/100km figures under typical driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled off-road capability and ruggedness
- • Exceptional mechanical reliability and durability (especially TD42)
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanics
- • Strong aftermarket support for modifications
- • High towing capacity
Cons:
- • Poor on-road performance and acceleration
- • High fuel consumption by modern standards
- • Lack of modern safety features and creature comforts
- • Noisy and unrefined cabin experience
- • Prone to rust in certain areas
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV 5-door (Y60): 1987 - 1995).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Patrol |
| Generation: | IV 3-door (Y60) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 D (Y60GR) (116 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 116 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | TD42 More details about the engine TD42 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 10.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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