1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. 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, 2011 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | C70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2639 mm |
