1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 944 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
