2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 372 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Liberty | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |