2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 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 249 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
