2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 45 L |
