1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 444 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 912 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
