1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Blazer | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |