1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | XC90 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2860 mm |