1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 486 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
