1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Carens |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
