2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 291 kg more than 1986 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2980 mm |
