1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 10 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), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 965 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| 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 | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
