1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 264. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 264 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
