1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
