1969 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Seven. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 709 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Seven | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |
