1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 991 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 244. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 244 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
