1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 403 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
