1969 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volvo P 1800 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | P 1800 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
