1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 288 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
