2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 460 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
