1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 928 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |