2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |
