2006 Nissan Navara vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Navara | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
