2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 865 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
