1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blazer | Minica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |