2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 297 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Patrol | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 91 L |
