2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 959. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 959. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | TrailBlazer | 959 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |