2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 23 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Maxima | 780 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
