1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 371 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2835 mm |
