1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 2007 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler 1609 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 1609 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1918 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2980 mm |
