1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti 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 117 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Opti |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
