1983 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
