1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 459 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |