1974 Volvo 164 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 164 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 164 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 140 L |
