1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2008 Nissan Navara.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Daimler | Nissan |
| Model | DE 36 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3210 mm |
