1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2770 mm |
