1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | 960 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
