2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
