1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 343 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2400 mm |
