1972 Honda Life vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2008 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 28 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 135 L |