1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66. 1980 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1988 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1988 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | 66 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
