1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | A8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3122 mm |
