1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 55 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1014 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 2011 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1956 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
