1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Blazer | A6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |