1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
