1965 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1966 Volvo 144 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo 144. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jeep CJ5 | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | CJ5 | 144 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2620 mm |
