1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
