1995 Chrysler Neon vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Neon 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 691 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Neon. 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Neon | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
