2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244.
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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 244 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 244 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | 244 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
