1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, both 1984 Chevrolet Blazer and 1984 Volvo 760 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | 760 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |