2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 2005 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stratus | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
