1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 985 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
