1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
