1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera. 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 1991 Buick Riviera. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Blazer |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |