2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 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 117 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Titan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
