1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Because 1972 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |