1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 29 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 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 694 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. 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 2012 Kia Soul. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Soul |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
