2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1969 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 1969 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | Patrol | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2540 mm |