1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 762 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | V50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
