1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
