2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 612 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
