1983 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 935 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
