1990 Volvo 960 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 960 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 960 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
