1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |