2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
