1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, both 1982 Nissan Patrol and 1982 Volvo 260 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 705 kg more than 1982 Volvo 260.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volvo 260. 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 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 260 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
