1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 5 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 319 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. 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 2001 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
