1987 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 254 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
