1989 Audi V8 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 1 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
