2009 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.4 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 | 1880 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 |
