1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 11 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 996 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
