1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
