1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 743 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
