1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
