1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 960 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
