1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
