1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blazer | Minica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |