2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 66 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
