2003 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 313 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
Model | Diamante | Blazer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |