1995 Porsche 965 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 965 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 965 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
