1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 834 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 914 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
