1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 905 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
