1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
