1989 Volvo 760 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 418 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760. 2012 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 760 | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 760 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
