1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 905 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 914 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
