1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Audi A5

To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 33 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, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.

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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Blazer 2012 Audi A5
Make Chevrolet Audi
Model Blazer A5
Year Released 1979 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4091 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2751 mm


 

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