1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 683 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | V70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
