2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | 1303 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 40 L |
