1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | El Camino | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 135 L |
