1980 Audi Sport vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 845 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sport | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
