1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 1988 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | V8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
