1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 662 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |
