1980 Audi Sport vs. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer

To start off, both 1980 Audi Sport and 1980 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.

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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 1980 Chevrolet Blazer
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model Sport Blazer
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 300 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2710 mm


 

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