1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 26 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 155 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 2007 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sedona |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6207 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2100 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 |