1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Patrol | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
