2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 526 kg more than 1980 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2980 mm |
