1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2970 mm |
