2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244. 1974 Volvo 244 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 244 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 244 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
