1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 45 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 843 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
