1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 32 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, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 672 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Rio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4016 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |