1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 274 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |