1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Blazer | Century |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
