1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 275 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sportage |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |