1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Admiral weights approximately 29 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1974 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
