1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1979 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 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 993 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 | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
