1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2748 mm |
