1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 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 51 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 915 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | 480 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |