2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 675 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Patrol | 204 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 42 L |