1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Sedan | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3075 mm |
