1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Volvo 960 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 960 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
