1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 39 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ3A | 760 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
