1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 585 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 850 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
