1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 463 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga.

Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Blazer 2009 Kia Venga
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Blazer Venga
Year Released 1972 2009
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1343 kg


 

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