1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona 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 122 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 925 kg more than 1986 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
