2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
