1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (339 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | C70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
