1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 628 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | V70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
