1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 383 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 2012 Buick Verano. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Blazer | Verano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
