2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | TrailBlazer | Minica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |