1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 50 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | CJ5 | S40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2650 mm |