1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | A4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2809 mm |
