1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1977 Volvo 66 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 66 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
