1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Capital |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
