1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
