1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | V70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
