1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | 960 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2780 mm |