1971 Audi Variant vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 706 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Variant | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
