1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.

Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Blazer 2009 Kia Venga
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Blazer Venga
Year Released 1992 2009
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 159 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1710 kg


 

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