1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
