1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
