1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 54 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 582 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ3A | V70 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
