1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | V70 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |