2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 21 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 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 930. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | TrailBlazer | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |