1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
