1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Patrol | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
