1976 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Blazer |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |