1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 979 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
