1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blazer | Verada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |