1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 806 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 245. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1974 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1974 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 245 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
