1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 314 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
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 XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2774 mm |
