2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Blackhawk | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
