1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 850 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2670 mm |
