1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Cherokee | V70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |