1985 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer

To start off, both 1985 Buick Electra and 1985 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 440 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 1985 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, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 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 1985 Chevrolet Blazer
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Electra Blazer
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 109 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1840 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


 

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