1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blazer | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2070 mm |