1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 980 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 66 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
