1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 559 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
