1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Chevrolet Blazer 2001 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Blazer 911
Year Released 1978 2001
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4093 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 100 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2360 mm


 

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