1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1991 Buick Reatta and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 2 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Reatta | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
