1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 41 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Blazer | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |