2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | 960 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2922 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
