1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Patrol (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
