1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 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 102 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
