1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Kia Potentia

To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia. 1999 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 1999 Kia Potentia
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Blazer Potentia
Year Released 1991 1999
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 87.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2720 mm


 

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