1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1988 Volvo 740 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 970 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 740 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
