1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 112 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 170 V | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
