1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Blazer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |