1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 440 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
