1968 Ford 17 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | 17 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 135 L |