1991 Audi V8 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 88 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1977 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
