1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Blazer | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
