1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 12 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, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Antara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
