2008 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 20 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
