1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | S60 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |
