1969 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 179 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Patrol |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 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 | 1150 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 135 L |