1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
