1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780.
Because 1990 Chevrolet 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, 1990 Chevrolet 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 780 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
