1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2814 mm |
