1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 44 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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 2004 Toyota Previa. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Nissan Patrol 2004 Toyota Previa
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Patrol Previa
Year Released 1960 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3956 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2910 mm


 

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