1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 397 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70.
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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2770 mm |
