2005 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
