2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
