2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | TrailBlazer | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |