1991 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | V70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2820 mm |
