2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Montero | Blazer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |