1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
