1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1250 mm |
