1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
