1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | 480 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
