1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 343 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
