1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 866 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 504 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
