1979 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1991 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 469 kg more than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1991 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |