1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
