2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 578 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
