2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 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 179 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2650 mm |
