1977 Volvo 66 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1977 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1977 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volvo 66 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 66 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2009 mm |
