2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 526 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
