1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 36 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 307 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 850. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 850 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
