1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Audi Q7

To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Chevrolet Blazer 2011 Audi Q7
Make Chevrolet Audi
Model Blazer Q7
Year Released 1981 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 129 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2525 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5088 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3002 mm