2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
