2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
