1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 575 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | 109 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 156 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |