1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 605 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 924 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
