2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 826 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
