2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1971 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 261 kg more than 1971 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 1971 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1971 Nissan President | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
