1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
