1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
