2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 792 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | 960 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
