2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 774 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 80 L |
