1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 302 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
