1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 126 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
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 Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
