2009 Audi S5 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1984 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
