2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Patrol | 140 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |