1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 18 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. 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 2009 Kia Forte. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Blazer | Forte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
