1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
