1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 Rover P5.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Patrol | P5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2820 mm |
