1972 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan President. 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
