2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 888 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (386 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2980 mm |
