1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Opel Signum. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Signum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
