1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | SST |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
