1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2416 mm |
