2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 40 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
