1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | A8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2992 mm |
