1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 66 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
