1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 780 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
