1988 Volvo 760 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 208 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 760 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
