1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 198 kg more than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Blazer | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |