1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 Volvo S40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Volvo S40.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S40. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | S40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2560 mm |
