1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ3A | 360 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
