1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 4 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 744 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 1975 Porsche 924. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 924 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |