2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Titan | 760 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2780 mm |