2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1972 ZAZ 966. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Nissan | ZAZ |
Model | Patrol | 966 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 885 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2170 mm |