2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 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 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 77 L |
