2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 904 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Patrol | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1451 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 52 L |
