2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 178 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 738 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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 1985 Volvo 780. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 780 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
