1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
