1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 632 kg more than 2011 Volvo V70.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC 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, 2011 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | V70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2820 mm |
