1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 706 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 245. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 245 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2650 mm |
