2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 760 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
