1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 36 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, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Blazer | Regal |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2738 mm |