1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 343 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
