1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Blazer | A8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| 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 | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3122 mm |
