1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
