2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 755 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph TR6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Patrol | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
