1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga 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 119 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 631 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. 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 Venga. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Venga |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1253 kg |
