2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 394 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
