1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 145 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |