1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 220 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
