1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1961 Volvo 220 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ3A | 220 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
