1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
