2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Porsche 930

To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet Blazer 1983 Porsche 930
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Blazer 930
Year Released 2002 1983
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4300 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 431 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1800 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


 

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