1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | V70 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2660 mm |