2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
