2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Dodge | Packard |
| Model | Nitro | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 77 L |
