2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
