1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 775 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 440 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
