1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 659 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Consorte | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 135 L |
