2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 480 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
