2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 350Z | 760 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
