1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 549 kg more than 2007 Volvo C70.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | C70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |