1974 Humber Sceptre vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Humber Sceptre | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Humber | Nissan |
Model | Sceptre | Patrol |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 135 L |