1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 39 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70.
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 (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2815 mm |
