2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 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 157 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 808 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2660 mm |
