1971 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
