1985 Volvo 780 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 108 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780. 2011 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1985 Volvo 780 has manual transmission. 1985 Volvo 780 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Volvo 780 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | 780 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |