1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 583 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Forte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
