1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 32 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 490 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2475 mm |
