1998 Buick Signia vs. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Signia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Signia | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
