1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 990 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 914 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
