1985 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
