1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
