1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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 (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 2200 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 135 L |