1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 260 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
