1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 466 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Blazer | Retona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |