1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 107 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
