1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 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 2 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 740 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
