1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 is newer by 10 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 460 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
