1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 30 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, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 589 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Forte |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |