1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 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 126 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 360 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
