1989 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | 240 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
