1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 657 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | S60 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2776 mm |