1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 928 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |