1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 912 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Patrol | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
