1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | A6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2842 mm |
