1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1983 Opel Rekord and 1983 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Opel Rekord | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Rekord | Blazer |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 193 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |