1969 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 2075 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 2011 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S800 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |