1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Cherokee | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |