1956 Buick 40 vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 485 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2980 mm |
