1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 27 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo XC60. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2774 mm |
