1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
