1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1971 Volvo 164 is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Volvo 164.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 164 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
