1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 651 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |