1976 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1986 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 528 kg more than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard 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 Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Estate | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |