1988 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Blazer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |