1971 Honda Z 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 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Z | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Patrol |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |