1985 Buick Estate vs. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
