1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Roadmaster | Patrol |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |