1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Patrol | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
