1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 352 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2774 mm |
