2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 116 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Blazer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |