2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | 930 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |