1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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 Panamera (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
