2009 Audi A5 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A5 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |