1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 45 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
