2009 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
