2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
