1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | CJ5 | V40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |