1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Blazer and 1988 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | 480 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |