1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
