1981 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 805 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
