1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 388 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK II | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
