2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 46 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |