1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 23 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
