1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1961 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5. 2012 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1961 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1961 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2155 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 |
