1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | V70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 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 | 2760 mm |
