1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 54 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2416 mm |
