2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry 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 (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
