1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Magna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
