1960 Volvo 120 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 805 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo 120 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | 120 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
