1955 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jeep CJ5 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2780 mm |
