2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 254 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Blazer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |