1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1986 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 820 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
1986 GMC Suburban | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | 780 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |