1994 Nissan Maxima vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1994 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Maxima | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Maxima | 780 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
