1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 993 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |