2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Patrol | Victor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
