1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Rio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
