1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 31 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 941 kg more than 1987 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Blazer | Kadett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |