2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 242. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 242 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | 242 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |