1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Sportage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |