1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, both 1977 Chevrolet Suburban and 1977 Volvo 265 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 1977 Volvo 265.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1977 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1977 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | 265 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |