2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 15 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Blazer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |