1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 468 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Volvo V70 (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
