1981 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
