1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | Quattro | Captiva |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |