1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 394 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
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1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | C70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2640 mm |