1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
