1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
