1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Blazer and 1988 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blazer | Magna |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |