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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 559 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 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 | 5010 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
