2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1968 Nissan Gloria. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |
