1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 145 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
