1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |