1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 826 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
