1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.

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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. 2009 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 2009 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Blazer 911
Year Released 1991 2009
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 414 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 76.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2360 mm


 

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