1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, both 1985 Jeep CJ and 1985 Volvo 780 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1985 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jeep CJ | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | CJ | 780 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |