1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
