2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avantissimo | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
