1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | A8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3073 mm |
