1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
