1983 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 116 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
