1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 855 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
