1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
