2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 833 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
