2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 84 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Patrol | 264 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 60 L |