1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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 65 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. 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 2010 Kia Carens. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
