1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | A3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
