1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sedona |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |