1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Blazer and 1989 Volvo 740 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 620 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | 740 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |