1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 592 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Bel Air | Patrol |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2980 mm |