1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 36 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Nissan Patrol. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Patrol | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
