1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 135 L |
