2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 610 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
