2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Patrol | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
