1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 18 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 993. 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 993 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
