1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
