2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 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 224 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 868 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2650 mm |
