1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 440 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
