1983 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240.
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 (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 240 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 240 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
