1977 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1977 Chevrolet Blazer and 1977 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 980 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
