2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator 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 77 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 358 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
