1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Volvo S40
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 S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | S40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
