2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 261 kg more than 1995 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Blazer | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |