1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona 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 31 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Patrol | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Corona |
Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |