2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
