1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
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 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | A5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
