1983 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
