1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 157 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
