1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 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 109 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 240 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2650 mm |
