1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Carens |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
