1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 146 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Blazer |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |