2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 740 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 740. 2009 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1987 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1987 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Patrol | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2780 mm |