2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 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 Liberty (319 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
