1989 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 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 |
