1980 Volvo 265 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265.
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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volvo 265 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | 265 | Titan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4060 mm |