1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 964 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
