1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 819 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
