1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
