1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet Blazer and 1990 Volvo 960 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | 960 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 143 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1550 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 |