1980 Audi 200 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, both 1980 Audi 200 and 1980 Chevrolet Caprice were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 314 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 1980 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1980 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Audi 200 | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | 200 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |