2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 260.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 260. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
