1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
